Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

The UK’s largest independent furniture retailer, Furniture Village, has extended its six-year relationship with Asset Alliance Group by refreshing part of its home delivery fleet with 15 MAN and eight DAF trucks. Group Logistics Controller at Furniture Village, Carl Hood, says: “Our shiny new blue vehicles really grab attention.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 10, 2024

The 42-tonne Renault Trucks E-Tech T 4×2 has been delivered to Welch’s Transport, the Cambridgeshire-based freight, haulage and logistics business where it will operate out of their flagship site in Duxford, Cambridgeshire on regional distribution and long-haul deliveries.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 28, 2023

Ground was recently broken for a new distribution centre where Dematic is set to supply the latest warehouse automation technology to parent company KION Group at its site in Kahl am Main near Aschaffenburg, Germany. Fellow KION Group brand, Linde Material Handling, will supply several autonomous mobile robots (AMRs).

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 16, 2025

ArrowXL, one of the UK’s largest and longest established two-person home delivery specialists, has been acquired by the Jacky Perrenot Group, a Pan-European logistics and transportation business with a turn-over of €1.2bn. The Group has over 80 years of experience, a fleet of more than 10,000 vehicles and 10,000 employees.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 16, 2025

The industry bodies of the Cargo Integrity Group expand on their concerns relating to cargoes that can catch fire and cause significant damage and casualties under certain conditions. The Group calls for continued and thorough research into all the hazards presented by lithium ion batteries and dependent devices.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

As part of its continued growth strategy, MPLS will acquire 100% of Transport Overseas Group GmbH from the start of 2025, including the locations in Belgium, Spain, Poland and the United Arab Emirates. Christian Weber, Managing Director of the TO Group, will complete the MPLS management duo alongside Steffen Klatte.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 10, 2024

To meet the soaring demand for bespoke customer experiences, Gregory Distribution, one of the UK’s top independent logistics businesses, has chosen Manhattan SCALE, from Manhattan Associates , to optimise its warehouse operations and deliver improved satisfaction to its 400+ customers.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 2, 2025

The Liebherr Group is a family-run technology company with a highly diversified product portfolio spanning 13 product segments. in Tupelo is operated by Liebherr-Logistics GmbH, the group’s in-house logistics provider, and will handle spare parts logistics for several production companies.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 25, 2024

This followed just two and a half weeks after a separate group of 40 riders raised £60,000 for a demanding 159-mile, two-day ride battling the elements, from Newcastle to Edinburgh. We had two fantastic groups, each passionate about our life-saving work.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 24, 2023

John Beckett, Chair of ICHCA, commented: “This unique grouping of industry leaders has the potential to coordinate data, research and best practices across the broad spectrum of the international movement of cargo.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Distribution Operations Transformed Sébastien Lefébure, vice president, Continental Europe, at Manhattan Associates, added: “We have been supporting the ERAM Group, which is made up of nine affordable fashion brands, including Gémo, in its logistical and omnichannel transformation since 2013.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 19, 2023

Opening the doors to emission-free refrigerated trailers, the project is a result of a collaboration between Thermo King , BPW Bergische Achsen KG, a leader in running gears and mobility services for transport, and equipment service provider TIP Group. “It explains Rogier Laan, Vice President Sales and Marketing at TIP Group. “We

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Of course, this enormous spike in volumes puts retailers’ supply chains and distribution networks under extreme pressure. However, smart eCommerce retailers are now turning to automated storage and tote handling systems in their distribution centres to ensure they can maintain service levels even during such volume peaks.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 6, 2024

Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO) has launched T oyota Automated Logistics Group (TALG) to house its existing subsidiary, Toyota L&F, alongside the companies it acquired in 2017 (Bastian Solutions and Vanderlande) and 2022 (viastore).

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 13, 2025

Automated trailer loading systems (ATLS) are often considered the domain of large-scale manufacturing facilities and distribution centres operating shuttle runs between a factory and warehouse. Tomi Korhonen, Managing Director, Actiw Oy – part of the Joloda Hydraroll Group, explains.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The West Midlands, often referred to as the heart of the UK’s logistics sector, is strategically positioned to serve as a transit and distribution hub. Environmental groups have echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the potential disruption to local ecosystems and calling for a rigorous impact assessment to protect the landscape.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 29, 2024

This is causing a ripple effect that has slowed the assembly and distribution of engines for critical routes. Analyst Ian Campbell from Aviation Logistics Group explains, “The challenges Rolls-Royce is facing are significant, as aerospace supply chains are finely tuned.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 3, 2025

For global OEMs, a lack of dependable logistics infrastructure, complex regulatory requirements and unreliable parts distribution have hindered efforts to expand in the region. The rapid entry positioned Foton South Africa a first mover with integrated service networks, creating an early advantage to build customer trust and engagement.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Sagard NewGen becomes the Group’s majority shareholder alongside the management team and Cathay Capital, who reinvest in the new transaction. The group is profitable, with growth of c.30% 30% per year, and generates over €30 million in revenue, over a third of which is generated outside France.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Iptor, a provider of cloud-based ERP software solutions for the distribution, timber, publishing and pharma industries, today announces a series of leadership promotions, establishing the executive team that will drive continued growth. The post ERP Software Solution Firm Promotes appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2024

Palletised freight distribution network, Pall-Ex Group, is celebrating a business milestone with 193 of its longest-serving employees collectively reaching 1,800 years of service. Across Pall-Ex Group, 14% of its employees have reached their ten-year milestone, with the longest serving achieving an impressive 45 years’ service.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Ford Pro and Deutsche Post DHL Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to accelerate the deployment of electrified vans used for logistics operations worldwide. The vehicles join the Deutsche Post DHL Group fleet at the busiest time of year making more sustainable deliveries possible to customers during peak season.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Manitou Group, supplier of handling, aerial work platform and earth moving equipment, has opened a new automated warehouse at its spare parts centre in Ancenis, France. Manitou Group, headquartered in Ancenis, has showcased its new automated storage and retrieval system (AS/RS). This two-aisle AS/RS is also scalable.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 3, 2023

Global materials handling specialist Alstef Group has finalized the acquisition of Solution Net Systems LLC (SNS), a USA-based supplier of automated parcel handling systems and a trusted name in warehouse automation solutions. The group generated revenue over €160 million in 2022.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 11, 2023

Exadis, which was already relying on the Infor M3 on-premises ERP solution, has renewed its partnership with Infor as part of its migration to the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud using Infor CloudSuite Distribution Enterprise, Infor Factory Track production automation and the ADS solution from Infor’s partner Authentic Group.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 27, 2023

With ground-breaking technology and warehouse automation solutions from the robotics group, the innovative campus will be a technology and experience centre along with offices for solution sales, engineering and design, project management, aftermarket sales, and service & support. “Our employees continue to be our greatest assets.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 16, 2023

The distribution centres in Belsele, Herentals and Grobbendonk support the growth of customers, who also benefit from Bleckmann’s growth opportunities and additional logistics flexibility. East of Antwerp, in Herentals, a new distribution centre was set up specifically for a new customer.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 13, 2023

Excellent communications, together with the availability of attractive investment areas, make Lodz a key strategic location for logistics operators, production companies, retail chains and e-commerce companies interested in regional, national and international distribution. 12 (which connects wholesale centers in Tuszyn and Głuchów).

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Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2018

Thanks to omni-channel distribution, 3-D printing, self-service logistics and other avenues of disintermediation, traditional supply chain roles are rapidly being transformed into all-new opportunities. At automaker BMW Group, for instance, plant employees can walk up to seven miles per day. Media Image. transactionID. Media Type.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 8, 2024

The KION Group has entered into a strategic partnership with Eurofork S.p.A., The two companies have signed a cooperation agreement at KION GROUP AG headquarters in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. a leading manufacturer of pallet shuttle systems.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2023

Fortec Distribution Network, a wholly owned subsidiary of Pall-Ex Group, is offering its members a market leading product portfolio by introducing the ‘Euro Pallet’ range. The post Five New Products to Euro Pallet Range appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Food Logistics

JUNE 15, 2025

The distribution center operates 24/7 and the yard operations was being managed by an outsourced provider, who failed to meet expectations, resulting in: Frequent spotter truck breakdowns, leading to significant operational disruptions and excessive assets on site. Results: YMX became an extension to the retailer’s team.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2022

In response to significant e-commerce growth and customer expectations for a seamless digital and physical shopping experience, Hawesko Group and its logistics subsidiary Internationale Weinlogistik (IWL) are investing in the optimisation of their intralogistics processes.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 14, 2023

Effective immediately, all PML employees will join the Seafrigo Group which will provide the group with a platform for future investment and growth in the region. We are delighted to become part of the Seafrigo Group which has more than 40 years’ specialist leadership in the temperature-controlled food logistics market.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 19, 2025

The Kmart Group serves millions of customers per week in over 450 Kmart and Target stores across Australia and New Zealand, as well as through its online platforms and mobile apps. For retail distribution, a high-speed crossbelt sorter will handle both cartons and polybags with a high level of precision.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 19, 2023

back in 2017, Mitsubishi Logisnext Group has applied the strategy of ensuring that all wholly owned subsidiaries are taking Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks branded products to market in Europe. The post UniCarriers Rebrands to Mitsubishi Forklifts appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 24, 2024

Asyad Group, Oman’s end-to-end global logistics provider, has acquired Skybridge Freight Solutions (SFS), a leading global freight forwarding company. The SFS acquisition marks a significant milestone for the group and underlines its integrated logistics model that has consistently set new standards and trends in the logistics industry.

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